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Max Verstappen’s team-mate hits back at F1 icon over 2026 complaints
Max Verstappen’s team-mate, Dani Juncadella, defended the F1 star against criticism regarding his discontent with the 2026 regulations. Verstappen has been vocal about his concerns with the new rules, stating they are ‘not fun’ to drive. Former Haas boss Guenther Steiner and others have suggested that Verstappen’s frustration stems from not winning races rather than genuine concerns about the sport. Red Bull’s struggles under the new regulations have impacted their performance, with Verstappen’s best result this year being a third place finish. Juncadella supported Verstappen on social media, highlighting the driver’s consistent warnings about the regulations since 2023.
